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Trader Joe’s has canceled plans to open a new store in Jefferson Park due to cost disagreements related to the property purchase. Alderman James Gardiner aims to pursue another grocery store for the site, which would have been the first Trader Joe’s on Chicago's Far Northwest Side.
Dr. Greenthumb’s, a cannabis dispensary founded by Cypress Hill member B-Real, opens its first Midwest location Saturday in Bucktown, Chicago. The grand opening will feature local hip hop artists and DJs, celebrating the brand's legacy in marijuana advocacy. This marks a significant addition to the growing number of dispensaries in the area.
Target terminated hundreds of employees at its Little Village warehouse for allegedly exploiting a medical loan program, resulting in estimated losses exceeding $1 million. The retail giant confirmed unspecified firings and has initiated a hiring spree to fill the vacancies. Employees reported a noticeable reduction in staff and uncertainty about the total number of terminations.
Seven candidates are competing to fill the 27th Ward aldermanic seat after Ald. Walter Burnett Jr. resigned in July. Applications closed last Friday, with a selection committee set to review the candidates before making a recommendation to the Mayor. The appointee will require City Council confirmation.
Chicago experienced heavy rainfall from thunderstorms, totaling 1.73 inches on Monday and 1.69 inches on Sunday, marking August's wettest start in 35 years. Meteorologists predict a shift to cooler and drier air, with little to no additional rainfall expected in the coming week.
Oasis will open a pop-up shop in Wicker Park on August 26 to promote its upcoming concert in Chicago. The store will feature exclusive merchandise, including limited edition items, but reservations are reportedly fully booked. Fans can still visit the shop daily at 10 a.m. to browse available products.
Block Club Chicago plans to enhance coverage of Beverly, Mount Greenwood, and Morgan Park. The organization is currently seeking a neighborhood reporter to focus on these communities. This initiative will deepen local news reporting in the area.
A new bar named The Nook opened in Andersonville, taking over the space of the former Marty’s Martini Bar. Meanwhile, Edgewater welcomed BLISS JOY BULL, a clothing repair shop offering upcycled garments and workshops, while Cowboys and Astronauts reopened under new ownership.
The Archdiocese of Chicago has listed the historic St. Mark Roman Catholic Church property in Humboldt Park for $6.7 million following its closure in 2022. The sale includes the church, rectory, and a neighboring elementary school, with potential for residential redevelopment. Proceeds from the sale could financially support the newly formed Our Lady of Unity parish.
West Side business leaders aim to transform Austin's Soul City Corridor into a prominent Black business district following its designation as a state cultural district. This status, along with a nearly $9 million streetscape project, is expected to attract new customers and funding opportunities.